“Rick Thomas invites his readers to enter into a place for “mature audiences” only, to listen as he recounts the darkest time in his life and how, through his journey of intense suffering, he was led to spend four years in the Book of Job. What he discovered was that the book wasn’t really about Job (the most famous sufferer of all time) – but about God, and in particular – about learning to trust God in all our circumstances. This book is especially rich with biblical references to support his conclusions on why we are “called” to suffer. Consistent with his biblical counseling background, Rick gives the reader specific calls to action at the end of each chapter, making it not only an engaging read but practical as well. The book can be used for personal devotions, used in a small group setting or given away as a gift – it will bless the giver and the receiver!” Nancy Hohmann, Enid, Oklahoma
Rick has been training in the Upstate of South Carolina since 1997. After several years as a counselor and pastor, he founded and launched his own training organization in order to encourage and equip people for more effective living.
In the early ‘90s he earned a BA in Theology. Later he earned a BS in Education. In 1993 he was ordained into Christian ministry, and in 2000 he graduated with a MA in Counseling. In 2006 he was recognized as a Fellow with Association of Certified Biblical Counselors.
Today his organization reaches people in every country through training, blogging, podcasting, counseling, and coaching. His cyber home is RickThomas.Net
Best book I ever read and right where God is working on me!! So thankful for the wisdom and discernment of the author and how God has used him in the valley that never seems to end.